Visitor Services Manager – Eureka! Science + Discovery

Visitor Services Manager

37.5 hours per week, including regular weekends
£27,493.00 per annum, 6 month probationary period.

The state of play…

Eureka! is well known and well-loved family and children’s visitor attraction in the north of England. In 2022, we celebrate our 30th birthday and are facing a pivotal moment in the history of our organisation.

We have recently opened our brand-new Eureka! visitor attraction in Wirral. Eureka! Science + Discovery is a high-profile addition to the exciting cultural landscape of the Liverpool City Region, a crucial element in the regeneration of the left bank of the River Mersey, and the only Science and Discovery centre specifically for children and young people aged 6–14 in the UK.

Our new science and discovery centre complements Eureka!’s National Children’s Museum in Halifax, West Yorkshire – the UK’s only dedicated children’s museum; an interactive hands-on experience specifically for children aged 0–11.

We are on the look out for a Visitor Services Manager to lead a brand-new front of house team at our innovative visitor attraction

The successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring the promotion and enhancement of the visitor experience, ensuring that the museum operations are managed effectively and leading on the operational communications networks for the front of house team.

Eureka! strives to create an all-encompassing and productive environment, inclusive of different cultures and groups, and reflecting the diverse audiences we serve. We recognise that diversity is crucial to our success and would strongly encourage and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Eureka! is committed to safeguarding. All appointments are subject to appropriate checks including DBS and two satisfactory references being received in advance of employment commencing.

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@eureka.org.uk.

In the cover letter please include detail on the points below:

  • Why you would like to work for Eureka! Science + Discovery
  • How you fit the person specification
  • What experience and skills you would bring to the role

Key dates:

  • Closing date for applications – Wednesday, 26th June 2024 by 5pm.
  • Interviews – w/c 01st July 2024

Eureka! The National Children’s Museum
Discovery Road, Halifax HX1 2NE. Map